This simple, colorful dinner packs veggies right into the main course! Toss whole grain pasta together with sauteed veggies and freshly-grated Parmesan cheese for a quick and kid-friendly weeknight meal.

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5 from 3 votes

Spaghetti Pasta Primavera

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Total Time35

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 336kcal

Ingredients

2 medium zucchini
2 medium carrot
1 medium bell pepper, red
8 ounces whole wheat spaghetti
2 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoon butter, unsalted
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
salt and pepper to taste

Serve With

2 medium apple

Instructions

Dice vegetables and mince garlic; set aside.
Cook pasta according to package directions.
While the pasta cooks, drizzle the olive oil in a deep-sided sauté pan over medium heat.
Sauté the garlic for 1 minute. Add the vegetables and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until tender but not overcooked.
Drain the pasta and add to the saute pan with the vegetables.
Stir in the butter, Parmesan cheese, and salt. Toss to combine.
Serve with apples on the side.